Cultivating Life: Mike’s Lessons from the Garden Part 2
Cultivating your spiritual life by exploring biblical pruning and harvesting to clear space for growth and embrace God’s perfect timing in every season.
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Cultivating Life: Mike’s Lessons from the Garden
Discover how gardening reflects the biblical call for cultivating our faith through soil, pruning, and spiritual growth.
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How To Assess Your Property: Landscape Planning
Before diving into landscaping projects, take a step back and observe. Thoughtful assessment can save you time, money, and frustration. Here are six key factors to evaluate before making changes to your property.
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Your DIY Spice Rack: How to Cultivate Herbs and Spices at Home
Growing your own herbs and spices is a fantastic way to enhance your cooking and build a deeper connection with your garden. This guide focuses on the essentials—flavorful, easy-to-grow herbs and spices that actually get used in the kitchen. Instead of overwhelming lists, it simplifies the selection to versatile staples like basil, rosemary, oregano, thyme, and chili flakes. The post also covers the difference between herbs and spices, explains which ones thrive in home gardens, and offers practical insights on drying and storing them. Whether you’re working with a large garden or a small windowsill, it encourages confidence in growing fresh seasonings for everyday use.
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From Garden to Table: How to Grow Spinach and Use It
Spinach is one of my favorite spring greens to grow from seed—it’s easy, cost-effective, and a staple in my kitchen year-round. From smoothies to stir-fries, nothing beats harvesting fresh spinach straight from the garden. With rising store prices and frequent recalls on store-bought greens, growing your own is a smart choice. In this post, we’ll dive into why spinach is a must-have in your meals, simple growing tips, and some delicious ways to use it in the kitchen.
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How to Make Fermented Hot Sauce (Part 2)
Transform your homegrown hot peppers into flavorful, probiotic-rich hot sauce! Get step-by-step guidance on fermenting, blending, and storing your fiery creation. Ready to craft a sauce that packs both heat and character? Let’s get fermenting!
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How To Make Fermented Hot Sauce (Part 1)
Spice up your kitchen with fermented hot sauce! Learn how to plan, plant, and grow the hottest peppers for bold, flavorful sauces. Get tips on soil, sunlight, watering, and choosing the perfect pepper varieties to cultivate your fiery masterpiece. Ready to turn up the heat? Start your hot pepper garden today!
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10 Unique Containers for Gardening
Are you looking for a fresh take on container gardening this season? There are some unique containers you may want to consider this season.
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Gardening Books: 10 to Check Out This Spring
Every gardener worth their salt should have a few trusted books sitting on their shelf. Check out these 10 great gardening books this spring!
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Unusual Perennials to Try in Your Garden
Unusual perennials can add new shapes, colors, or scents to your garden. When you want a statement flower, consider some of these options.
